#78 Crushed Stone in Minnesota

Set #78 Crushed Stone in the part of the build that needs a clean, draining chip layer after the drainage path has been considered. The stone is washed, angular, and carries few fines, allowing space between the chips while retaining the interlocking character of crushed material. It works well for permeable-paver bedding, drainage layers, and pipe bedding.

Deep frost, clay soils, and spring melt all affect how Minnesota sites handle water. This matters on lake cabin roads near the North Shore, as well as work around the Twin Cities, the Iron Range, and the St. Croix River. For permeable paving, keep #78 Crushed Stone in the bedding layer after the drainage plan is in place, rather than treating it as the main frost base. The order may be supplied as the named grade or the closest local equivalent, and the exact stone is checked before delivery.

Permeable Paver Bedding

For permeable paving, this stone can form the setting layer and fill joints, allowing water to pass through the surface.

Drainage Layers

Clean chips provide a path for water behind retaining walls, near foundations and beneath walkways, which matters where clay soil and spring melt can hold moisture.

Pipe Bedding

Around drain and utility pipe, the small angular stone settles into place to provide support while reducing open gaps.

Base for Paths & Patios

Use beneath walkways, patios, and shed pads to create a compacted layer that drains well.

Moves Water Freely

Washed chips contain little to no fines, so water can pass through without lingering.

Locks in Place

The angular pieces catch against each other more effectively than rounded gravel, helping keep the layer in place.

Hand-Friendly Placement

On confined residential areas, these small chips can be raked and screeded into place by hand.

Uses Across the Job

The material works for drainage, bedding, and base applications within a project.